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- DDavidVIPChicago / Illinois •10 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoAcanto never disappoints. The service, ambiance, wine, and food were fabulous! What a great crew! Angelica was the best server ever. The sommelier was knowledgeable and shared her love of wines. The expediting and bus staff were quiet and efficient. All good.More infoAcantoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown / Loop•4.8
- AAmyChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoMaking the reservation was easy and we were seated right away when we arrived. It took a little bit for a server to come at first but the food arrived very soon after we ordered. My salmon was hot and very delicious. My husband had the chicken Parmesan which he said was good but a little cold. I also had the French Alexander drink which was very good! Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience.More infoRoanokePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop•4.3
- WWendyChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoThe service was very good. Brookie was attentive and friendly. The food was delicious, and the ambience was lovely. We were in the back room where it was quiet and cozy. Our only surprise was the small portion for the lobster ravioli. My niece is a fairly small 23 year old, and the lobster ravioli was more like a child's portion and didn't fill her up, so we all shared some of our food. However, she said it tasted really good. I would definitely return, but would not get the ravioli.More infoMiss Ricky's TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / Loop•4.5
- CCarlaChicago / Illinois •18 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoWalnut Room Holiday Brunch was fantastic. Of course the Christmas decorations are amazing. Service was very good. The wait staff professional and accommodating. The brunch lines were not long and food fresh. They served the typical breakfast foods with pastries and fresh fruit. All very good. There were complimentary photos with option to purchase others. I have to say photographer Ronit Bezalel did an amazing job capturing my husband and me. I expected the traditional stand in front of the tree type photo, but Ronit was much more creative. Don’t pass this up if offered. A great holiday breakfast. Cheers!More infoThe Walnut Room - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Loop•4.6
- RRobertaChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoThe service and atmosphere were both wonderful! The food overall was very good. The sweet potato bisque soup was delicious…the garnish was a little off though - not sure what it was. There was also a spice I could not identify in the otherwise beautifully dressed house salad that was unpleasant enough I didn’t eat it —fine to add unique tastes to other dishes, but not something I’d expect in a basic house salad. I’d ordered the hamburger the last few times I’ve eaten there — always a winner! My friend took my advice and agreed! Glad I ventured out to try the Cuban sandwich - a new favorite. Last but not least the beignets were amazing! Always a great experience at the Gage!More infoThe GagePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop•4.7
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Dog friendly restaurants in Downtown Chicago include Sweetwater Tavern and Grille, Chicago Brewhouse Riverwalk and Roanoke
Child friendly restaurants in Downtown Chicago include The Walnut Room - Chicago, The Berghoff Restaurant and Petterino's
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